COM2155: Theory Quiz

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What is considered to be the equivalent of a sentence in a story when it comes to filmmaking?

Post-production

Editing software

A single shot (correct)

Recording b-roll

Which stage of film production involves scouting locations, hiring cast members, and determining the budget?

Pre-production (correct)

Post-production

Production

Editing software

What is a production plan document mainly composed of?

B-roll footage and basic shots

Storyboard and audio recordings

Editing software and special shots

Shotlist and schedule (correct)

In the context of filmmaking, what is the purpose of a film storyboard?

To illustrate the sequence of events in a film (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of editing software in the process of film production?

Edit, enhance, and compile recorded assets (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of drawings can effectively communicate the footage needed for a school project according to the text?

Quick and simple drawings (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which video format is Apple's preferred format?

MOV (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which video format is most common and suitable for YouTube with AAC-LC audio codec and H.264 video codec?

MP4 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which video format is known for high-definition footage from Sony and Panasonic camcorders?

AVCHD (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which video format is best suited for small files with fast loading times on personal websites?

HTML5 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which video format should Apple users download Windows Media Player to view if encountered?

WMV (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which video format has a standard aspect ratio of 16:9 and is most suitable for a high-quality video at a smaller file size?

.MOV (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the popular lighting technique in film and photography that involves three lights?

Three-Point Lighting (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of lights are becoming more mainstream in film because they are easier to transport and don’t get hot like traditional lights?

LED Lights (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do some LED kits offer that allows you to adjust both Hue (color) and brightness?

Dimmer Switch (C) Signup and view all the answers

In lighting composition, what is suggested as not always necessary, especially for low key lighting?

Fancy Expensive Lights (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of having multiple cameras in filming a subject?

To video a subject from different angles and distances (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which lighting style is demonstrated in the video 'How to Develop Your Visual Style | Realistic vs. Stylistic Lighting Explained'?

Low Key Lighting (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is sound design?

The art of combining sound effects, music, and dialogue to evoke emotion (C) Signup and view all the answers

How can you identify the record button on a video camera?

Look for a red dot on the camera (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of microphones in audio/video production?

Capture high-quality audio (D) Signup and view all the answers

Why does sound quality suffer when using the built-in microphone on cameras?

It is affected by ambient noise and faraway sounds (B) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes different types of microphones in audio production?

Their specialties in capturing different types of sounds (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role do cameras play in audio/video production?

Shooting both photos and videos (A) Signup and view all the answers